Dreidel Dash 5k
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About the race
The 8th Annual Dreidel Dash is a Chanukah-themed community running event hosted by Temple Beth Elohim at 10 Bethel Road, Wellesley Hills, MA. Proceeds benefit the TBE Youth Engagement Fund and the event is open to all.
Event offerings include:
- 5K chip timed road course through neighboring streets with a few gentle hills.
- Kiddie Dash for ages 5 and under, one to two laps around the TBE parking lot.
- Junior Dash for ages 6 to 10, one to two laps around the TBE parking lot.
Race details note marked turns, course guides, and water stops. Youth 17 and under have discounted pricing; listed registration fees are $30 for the 5K and $10 for each kids race. Registration opens August 12; the 5K registration closes November 26 and the kids races close December 5.
Additional on-site features include a Chanukah costume contest with awards for best solo and best group costume, awards ceremonies after the races, and event swag for the first 300 registrants and volunteers (custom knit hat). Bib pickup is available the Friday before and on race day morning. Babysitting for children ages 0 to 10 is provided at no charge during the 5K with advance registration required. A reusable water bottle drive will collect donations for local food pantries. Volunteers are requested to support event operations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
